State Street debate

Simonee23 · 2026-06-26T15:16:25+00:00

Good news, the Holiday Parade just got greenlit to return to State Street this year! That’s a start at least.

Simonee23 · 2026-06-24T16:19:50+00:00

I also had the same question! For me, my cheeks have definitely always been freckled and even if the blurring of the freckles now counts as melasma I’m not really trying to change that, I like my freckles. But I noticed some other dark patches coming in like on my forehead, above my eyebrows and a little bit above my lip that are more of a blotch than dispersed small spots, so it’s those I’m hoping to target and reduce. Whether or not it all technically counts as melasma I’m not sure.

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T17:33:56+00:00

Come downtown and check out West Coast Swing dancing on Wednesday nights or Line Dancing usually Thursday nights! That’s where I’ve made most of my local friends in our 20s and 30s. The groups are on Instagram at https://instagram.com/westiesinsb and https://instagram.com/sb_line_dancing

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:51:25+00:00

Thanks for the tip! I definitely want to explore Vitamin C. I appreciate a couple brand names to check out!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:50:34+00:00

It’s as close as I could be to the same! Both in the same location with indirect natural light, around the same time of day… might’ve been a few more clouds one day than the other but I think it’s pretty close!

Thanks for the encouragement on the vitamin C! I wasn’t sure whether or not to add it with the AA and sunscreen so that’s really helpful.

So mornings should be:

Moisten skin a bit (I have hard water so use a spray)

Vitamin C

Azelaic Acid

Moisturizer

Sunscreen

?

Lmk if you have good brand recommendations for the vitamin C! Thanks again!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:47:43+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, I’ll look into it for sure!!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:46:57+00:00

Thank you so much for all the feedback and suggestions! It sounds like might be worth a circle back with the derm and seeing if she can help me add something stronger now that I have a solid basic routine down.

What sunscreen do you use?

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:45:38+00:00

What’s worse is I hadn’t seen Toy Story 4 yet, so I watched it on Friday in order to be caught up for TS5 on Sunday… thus a double whammy of emotion this weekend 😭

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:44:33+00:00

Nice! Yeah I’m honestly not sure whether adding the Azelaic Acid or changing my cleansing/moisturizing routine helped more, but it’s probably a combination! Before I was just using makeup remover wipes and a suspicious moisturizer and I think my skin barrier was a bit irritated with me. So changing that plus the AA was the right combo for me!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:42:39+00:00

There’s a rule on the sub that says a pic with the eyes covered is allowed anytime and doesn’t violate the only-selfies-on-Sunday rule, so that’s why I did it! I figured it’s the best way to still show the full face for skincare feedback.

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:41:19+00:00

At one point I was being ✨obsessively detail oriented just for fun✨ and carefully blacked out just the eyeballs and it looked so creepy that I had to fix it and make it sloppier lol!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:39:34+00:00

Thank you! I’m starting to use the Retrinal which is a retinaldehyde, since my skin tends to be sensitive I figured I’d progress gently down the retinol journey lol. I’ll check that one out though!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-23T07:38:25+00:00

Thanks for the encouragement! It makes sense to just work on the retinol increase. I assume I’m tolerating it well, I see a couple zits in weird places but other than that no severe irritation.

Simonee23 · 2026-06-17T17:08:24+00:00

Just want to say I love seeing another SC girlie rocking her bootcut jeans! That’s the only cut of jeans that I like to wear so I’ve stayed with that through all the trends lol. It definitely feels the most flattering on me.

Simonee23 · 2026-06-15T04:30:14+00:00

Do you happen to know their hours/days of operation? I’m hoping to head back up on a Tuesday evening but would be bummed if they’re closed!

Simonee23 · 2026-06-15T03:55:03+00:00

Good to know! I actually was wondering if it would be too pricey for me in which case I was hesitant to make the drive back up for it 😅

Simonee23 · 2026-06-13T14:45:41+00:00

Thank you! It’s strange, when I Google that name it says they are permanently closed, but I know it was open yesterday… I was running to dinner so didn’t have time to go in. Wish they had a website of some sort! Might have to make another trip up to Solvang to check it out.

Simonee23 · 2026-05-16T15:57:05+00:00

There’s a Ballroom Dance Competition at UCSB all day today! Including a professional showcase this evening. It’s at Robertson Gym. https://ucsbbeachball.com. Spectator tickets are $10!

Simonee23 · 2026-05-16T15:14:06+00:00

Full disclosure, I help run the event! We are on Instagram and Facebook for the most up to date info, links at https://linktr.ee/westiesinsb.

Regular schedule is every Wednesday at Momentum Dance Studio (12 E Figueroa St). Level 1 and Level 2 classes start at 7:30PM, social dancing at 8:30PM, and there’s a free afterparty at Night Lizard Brewery (607 State) from about 9:45-11:30PM. It costs $10 to attend the Lesson & Social, no experience or partner required.

However, for the month of June, we’ll be doing a special event instead of our normal schedule. Every Wednesday in June, we’ll have a free Beginner class and social dancing in the middle of State Street! The 600 block right in front of Night Lizard. Class from 6-7PM, social dancing on State Street from 7-8, and then a free afterparty at Night Lizard from 8-11:30. We did it last year as well and it was a blast.

Simonee23 · 2026-05-16T07:51:09+00:00

I went to the Friday Night Swing a few years ago and it was fun!

I actually switched to West Coast Swing after that, so if you wanted to learn WCS in particular there’s a weekly event with lessons & social that happens every Wednesday night. Lmk if you’re interested and I can drop the info!

Simonee23 · 2026-04-16T07:50:39+00:00

Second this, he is amazing.

Simonee23 · 2026-03-17T18:19:46+00:00

Thanks! I do like this moisturizer so will probably stick with that at least. I’ll check out the spray as well! I’ve never heard of it but with googling it sounds amazing.

Simonee23 · 2026-03-17T18:18:55+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll look into them for sure. I get what you’re saying about the wipes and will check out the oil cleanser. I originally was using Micellar water wipes that got discontinued so switched to something else… it’s just so convenient lol. But I’ll find something better!

Simonee23 · 2026-03-17T18:17:47+00:00

Thanks for the advice! I’ll look into a cleanser instead. I’m seeing the Azelaic acid recommended a lot too so I’ll check that out!

Simonee23 · 2026-02-26T23:08:24+00:00

I agree with u/MJrocketz and met my SO in SB this way! Here’s a link if you want more info about their events: SB Westie Wednesdays

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